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Russian author Leo Tolstoy with a bad leg, Russia, 1908. Artist: Sophia Tolstaya
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Russian author Leo Tolstoy with a bad leg, Russia, 1908. Artist: Sophia Tolstaya
Russian author Leo Tolstoy with a bad leg, Russia, 1908. Found in the collection of the State Museum of Leo Tolstoy, Moscow
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Albumen Photograph Archive Photos Behrs Illness Leo Tolstoy Maria Novelist Sofya Tolstaya Sophia Sophia Andreyevna Behrs Sophia Behrs Sophia Tolstaya Tolstaya Tolstoy
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This photograph captures the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy in 1908, during a period when he was suffering from a bad leg. The image, taken by his wife Sophia Tolstaya, provides an intimate glimpse into the life of this literary genius. Seated inside their home in Russia, Tolstoy's bearded face reflects both wisdom and weariness. Despite his physical ailment, his piercing gaze reveals a mind brimming with creativity and intellect. This portrait showcases not only the man behind the iconic novels such as "War and Peace" and "Anna Karenina" but also highlights the challenges he faced due to health issues. Tolstoy's occupation as a writer is evident in this photograph; it exudes an aura of literary greatness that has left an indelible mark on world literature. As one of Russia's most celebrated novelists of the 19th century, Tolstoy's contributions have shaped generations of readers worldwide. Preserved within the State Museum of Leo Tolstoy in Moscow, this albumen photograph serves as a testament to both Leo Tolstoy's enduring legacy and Sophia Tolstaya's artistic talent. It offers viewers an opportunity to connect with history through its monochrome beauty. As we admire this remarkable image captured over a century ago, we are reminded that even great minds like Leo Tolstoy faced personal struggles while leaving an everlasting impact on literature and society.
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